Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-x

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon Z7 II and Pentax K-x, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and K-x (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and K-x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z7 II was announced 10 years later than the K-x and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z7 II matches up against the K-x for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II has physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II and the K-x.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and K-x is 61 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and K-x.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon Z7 II will give you greater detail with its extra 34 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II will have an advantage in sensor technology.